Revising Himself: Walt Whitman and Leaves of Grass
The publication of Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass in 1855 was the debut
of a masterpiece that shifted the course of American literary history.
Refreshing and bold in both theme and style, the book underwent many
revisions over Whitman's lifetime, becoming an ever-transforming
kaleidoscope of poems. Join Library of Congress staff as we explore the
different occupations and preparations that led Whitman to become the
author of Leaves of Grass, as well as his subsequent evolution as a
poet.
When: Wednesday, April 18, 2:00 p.m. (E.D.T.), 1:00 p.m. CST
To attend, go to
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Type your name and click "Enter" to go into the online room. A small
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A headset with microphone will enable you to speak to the group.
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to your computer.
For more information about upcoming programs, see Online Programming
for All Libraries (OPAL) at http://www.opal-online.org/progschrono.htm.
To learn more about the Library of Congress, see http://www.loc.gov/,
especially:
ˇPoetry Home Page - http://www.loc.gov/poetry/
ˇPoetry Reference Resources at the Library of Congress -
http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/lcpoetry/
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Laura Gottesman
Digital Reference Specialist
The Library of Congress
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